Forklift Mechanic

The Raymond Corporation•Bloomington, MN

About The Position

The Forklift Mechanic serves the Bloomington, Minnesota territory and surrounding area, diagnosing and repairing forklifts and related material handling equipment in the field. The role includes troubleshooting electro-mechanical problems, completing installations, and performing scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs according to customer needs. The mechanic analyzes equipment breakdowns, recommends corrective actions, and completes repairs efficiently and professionally while providing excellent customer service. The position offers a choice of a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts or a five-day work week with 8-hour shifts. Travel time is paid after the first 30 minutes per day. The company provides required tools and a well-maintained service van with a company-paid gas card. The stated wage range is $28–$38 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, along with one to three years of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic experience in a similar environment, or equivalent vocational education.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to read schematics, maps, blueprints, and manuals.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and material handling equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills, courteous communication, and commitment to customer relations.
Ability to safely operate various equipment and personal hand tools and to use available support resources effectively.
Ability to safely fit inside a 16- to 20-inch-wide forklift operator compartment and perform repairs in restricted, confined spaces.
Ability to regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds, and rarely lift over 110 pounds.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and perform the listed reaching, handling, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and balancing activities.

Responsibilities

Diagnose electro-mechanical issues and complete equipment installations.
Perform scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs based on customer requirements.
Analyze equipment breakdowns, recommend corrective actions to customers, and carry out repairs efficiently and professionally.
Provide superior customer service and maintain professional, positive customer relationships.
Safely operate a forklift, equipment, and personal hand tools.